{"id":72073,"date":"2025-05-11T09:59:26","date_gmt":"2025-05-11T09:59:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.whitehattoolbox.com\/jobs\/lead-software-engineer-python-django-react\/"},"modified":"2025-05-11T09:59:26","modified_gmt":"2025-05-11T09:59:26","slug":"lead-software-engineer-python-django-react","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whitehattoolbox.com\/jobs\/lead-software-engineer-python-django-react\/","title":{"rendered":"Lead Software Engineer (Python, Django, React)"},"content":{"rendered":"

At Franklin Templeton, we\u2019re driving our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that\u2019s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential but also to contribute to our clients\u2019 achievements.<\/span>Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!<\/span>What is the Lead Software Engineer in the FTT AI & Digital Transformation group responsible for?<\/span>The Lead Software Engineer in the FTT AI & Digital Transformation group is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing cutting-edge generative AI tools-based products. These products are tailored for internal use, primarily benefiting sales and distribution teams as well as Operations teams. The engineer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand user needs, translate these requirements into technical specifications, and ensure that the solutions developed are scalable, efficient, and user-friendly. Moreover, the engineer will be at the forefront of integrating advanced AI methodologies into practical applications, driving innovation and enhancing operational workflows.<\/span>What are the ongoing responsibilities of the Lead Software Engineer?<\/span>Development and Implementation: Design, code, test, and deploy AI-based tools and applications using contemporary technologies. Ensure robust, scalable, and maintainable code.<\/span>Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with sales, distribution, and operations teams to gather requirements, understand challenges, and provide tailored solutions. Act as a bridge between technical and non-technical teams.<\/span>AI Integration: Integrate generative AI algorithms and models into software products to enhance functionality and user experience. Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning.<\/span>System Maintenance: Maintain and improve existing software systems by identifying and fixing bugs, optimizing performance, and implementing new features based on user feedback.<\/span>Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all development activities, ensuring that future modifications and maintenance can be conducted efficiently.<\/span>Quality Assurance: Conduct regular testing and code reviews to ensure high standards of quality and reliability in all software products.<\/span>Training and Support: Provide training and technical support to end-users, ensuring they can effectively utilize the developed tools. Gather feedback to continuously improve the products.<\/span>Innovation and Research: Conduct research and feasibility analysis for new technologies and approaches to keep the company’s AI tools at the cutting edge.<\/span>What ideal qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful?<\/span>Bachelor\u2019s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field. A master\u2019s degree is preferred.<\/span>Courses or certifications in AI, machine learning, or data science are highly desirable.<\/span>Work Experience:<\/b><\/span>8-10 years of experience in software development, with a focus on building AI-based applications.<\/span>Proficiency in full stack development, or specialization in frontend technologies (React) or backend frameworks (Python, Django).<\/span>Experience working with cross-functional teams and integrating AI solutions into business processes.<\/span>Job Level – Individual Contributor<\/span>Work Shift Timings – 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM IST<\/span>Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!<\/span>Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there\u2019s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.<\/span>By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life\u2019s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have them covered.<\/span>Highlights of our benefits include:<\/span>Professional development growth opportunities through in-house classes and over 150 Web-based training courses<\/span>An educational assistance program to financially help employees seeking continuing education<\/span>Medical, Life and Personal Accident Insurance benefit for employees. Medical insurance also cover employee\u2019s dependents (spouses, children and dependent parents)<\/span>Life insurance for protection of employees\u2019 families<\/span>Personal accident insurance for protection of employees and their families<\/span>Personal loan assistance<\/span>Employee Stock Investment Plan (ESIP)<\/span>12 weeks Paternity leave<\/span>Onsite fitness center, recreation center, and cafeteria<\/span>Transport facility<\/span>Child day care facility for women employees<\/span>Cricket grounds and gymnasium<\/span>Library<\/span>Health Center with doctor availability<\/span>HDFC ATM on the campus<\/span>Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.<\/span>Franklin Templeton is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. If you believe that you need an accommodation or adjustment to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to . In your email, please include the accommodation or adjustment you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response.<\/p>\n

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